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Hello Folks,
I won't be needing any volunteers until next spring. If anything changes, I will change this first sentence and specify if and when I need help in spring of 2026.
I live in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast in B.C. Canada. The view from our property is spectacular; the ocean, mountains, and islands are magical. You can rent a kayak and explore the islands nearby. We live in an area with many artists, writers, and cultural events. The hiking is diverse, featuring waterfalls, lakes, creeks, and numerous quiet beaches ideal for swimming.
It's a great location if you love nature, hiking, cycling, swimming, kayaking, and attending outdoor concerts or the Writer's Festival.
I need a helper to assist with household tasks. Help with cooking, yard work, household chores, gardening, downsizing, decluttering, and cleaning would be greatly appreciated. I am also hoping to find someone who can do some renovations,
such as painting, a big of carpentry, and other assorted jobs. .
I am well-traveled and enjoy hosting folks from so many different cultures. I have enjoyed all my WorkAwayers and love to show them local hiking trails, swimming beaches (summer) and local culture.
I am flexible and encourage each guest to find ways of helping that they enjoy. You will always have two consecutive days off or two separate days each week. We all help cook meals, I provide food for lunch and you can help yourself to both lunch and breakfast. We take turns making suppers.
We live in a dynamic town with many cultural events, First Nations celebrations, a Writer's festival during summer, and in the autumn, all the local artists open their homes and studios with festive snacks and interesting creations. Every season offers wonderful ways to enjoy nature, from cross-country skiing at higher elevations to swimming in our local lakes or relaxing on the many secluded beaches along the Sunshine Coast. We live close to an indoor swimming pool and a recreation center with a gym.
My hope is that we can openly communicate and make plans that are based on our needs and your plans and interests. I have lived in Gibsons, BC, Canada, for over 40 years.
I am an ESL teacher with a Counseling Certificate, so I would be happy to help you with any language improvements or counseling needs. I have taught ESL worldwide, including one year in China and one season in Thailand.
I enjoy hiking, photography, swimming, fiber art, and traveling. views. I am a fiber artist with a small studio, and I enjoy sharing my silk painting skills.
We treat our volunteers with respect and clear communication; our goal is for everyone to enjoy life. If any of us ( Evi, Ivan, or our helper) feels that the situation is not a good fit, the arrangement can be ended. We are always happy to help you find a situation that might better suit you.
We look forward to hearing from you. I usually meet potential helpers on WhatsApp or Zoom ahead so that we can have a conversation.
Warmest Greetings, Evi
Types of help and learning opportunities
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Events & social
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Self development
Charity work
Culture
Cooking & food
Gardening
Languages
Photography
Writing
Drawing & painting
Art & design
Books
Fitness
Nature
Camping
Beach
Winter sports
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am a qualified ESL teacher and would be glad to provide some ESL classes during the week. We live in an area where hiking, kayaking, swimming and cycling are enjoyable. We have many interesting events in our area including a Writer's Festival, Craft Fairs, Outdoor free musical events, A jazz festival and many more opportunities to learn about the West Coast of Canada. I am a fiber artist and would be happy to teach techniques for painting on Silk. I would be delighted to show you some of my favourite lakes and hiking trails.
Help
I need a helper to assist with household tasks. Help with cooking, yard work, household chores, gardening, downsizing, decluttering, and cleaning would be greatly appreciated. I don't have the time I used to have to keep up with tasks, as I am a busy caregiver looking after my husband, as he has cancer. He still enjoys conversations and has many terrific adventures to share with you.
1) elderly companionship (only conversation and reading aloud to elder) 2) House cleaning help 3) cooking of meals and serving meals 4) Driving if you have a permit (errands) 5) Gardening and yard help when needed 7) Watering plants 8) Painting a small room (optional) 9) Sweeping and mopping balcony 10) if you have repair skills often work comes up, and we have all the tools and equipment (optional) 8) downsizing and de-cluttering
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I would love to improve my Spanish and my French.
Accommodation
There is a very comfortable living space that I created in the back of the living room with a gorgeous view of the sea and mountains. Several dividers make this space private and there is a bathroom just steps away. There is a comfortable bed, large desk, shelf space, drawers and a computer chair, air conditioner, and cupboard to hang clothes in. The living room is generally not used as we have our own bathroom and a spacious bedroom upstairs where I work.
What else ...
During your time off you can go to Vancouver. It is only a 40-minute ferry ride away. There are always interesting events in the city, great parks, theaters, live performances and lots of multi-cultural events. You can also join a kayaking group, a hiking club, or a song circle. If you prefer quiet beaches, there are many. Swimming in either the sea or lakes is enjoyable until late September. There are pubs, restaurants, classes in art and writing etc. that you can attend. We live 2 blocks from the library and it is only 5 minutes to the lower town and government dock.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a good internet connection (unlimited) We do not have any pets. We do not smoke and do not permit smoking in the house, only a good distance from the house. We only have one room available so can't accept families.
Space for parking camper vans
A small van can be parked in our yard.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
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She made me feel so welcome and I really felt at home in Gibsons, I'm so thankful for that☺️ Evi is such a lovely, kind, fun and energetic person!
During my stay I watered, harvested and weeded the garden, greenhouse… read more
Evi and Ivan have travelled to many countries and can tell you lots of exciting stories about that. Unfortunately, Ivan is now… read more
Steffi helped with domestic chores and kept the garden watered and weeded daily. Her skill as a journalist helped… read more
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She made me feel so welcome and I really felt at home in Gibsons, I'm so thankful for that☺️ Evi is such a lovely, kind, fun and energetic person!
During my stay I watered, harvested and weeded the garden, greenhouse… read more
Evi and Ivan have travelled to many countries and can tell you lots of exciting stories about that. Unfortunately, Ivan is now… read more
Steffi helped with domestic chores and kept the garden watered and weeded daily. Her skill as a journalist helped… read more
We shared many memorable moments together, cooking and enjoying meals as a family. Evi also introduced me to her friends, who were just as… read more
many skills, and is always cheerful and friendly. She has a lot of patience and when given
a difficult project, she takes the time to figure out how to do it best. We renovated a trailer
together which was challenging. We had to gut it, then figure out how to put… read more
